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Tilburg, a green municipality
We remain committed to a greener and healthier living environment for people and animals. As a result GroenLinks wants to further implement nature in and around the city, including our urban regional parks; Landscape Park Pauwels, Stadsbos 013 and Moerenburg-Koningshoeven. We aim for clean and safe ways in which we travel and provide space to pedestrians, bicycles and public transport. This is beneficial for the climate, air quality and our health. We are sticking to the ambition of becoming a climate neutral municipality by 2035, in which we generate all our energy and heat sustainably, with a fully circular economy so as not to waste any more raw materials. Of course we do this together with our residents in a fair, affordable and social way.
TILBURG, A SOCIABLE MUNICIPALITY
People are at the centre of healthcare and well-being and they retain control as much as possible. Facilities are close by, accessible and of high quality. All residents must be able to participate and have livelihood security and development opportunities. The municipality continues to actively combat poverty. Everyone should be able to live and work comfortably in Tilburg. We will provide more affordable and sustainable homes. There is also plenty of space for sports and exercise in your own neighbourhood. Every child deserves a good start. We therefore attach great importance to early childhood education and childcare. Education is the best way to increase your chances in life. GroenLinks wants the municipality to remain a good and reliable partner of the educational system and to continue to make active connections with care, sports and culture.
Tilburg, an open municipality
Tilburg is a colorful municipality for GroenLinks where acceptance and inclusivity are crucial. We take strong action against discrimination. We continue to work on global awareness, because what we do in Tilburg has a global impact. A strong art and culture sector enriches every resident and is indispensable for continuing to profile Tilburg as an innovative cultural city. A place where our residents feel free goes hand in hand with a safe city and villages. We will continue to fight crime vigorously with both prevention and enforcement. We protect the privacy of our residents. GroenLinks does not want a split in society. Everyone should feel heard, be able to participate and have equal opportunities and equal access to facilities.
Meet Esmah
Currently serving as a representative in our national parliament. Before this, Esmah was our local party leader and councilor on behalf of the Greens. She is currently number two on the joint list of the Social Democrats and Greens.
Prior to this, she was working as an assistant professor in the field of ‘Victimology and Criminality Justice’ at Tilburg University and as professor in Child Abuse and Neglect.
In her spare time she loves to run, hike and cycle in the beautiful nature surrounding our city
Our people
Since last local elections (2022), the Greens are the largest party in Tilburg. Currently, the Greens have 10 people's representatives on the city council and we are on the city government with 2 aldermen. Currently, Evelien Kostermans and Rik Grashoff are the aldermen on behalf of GroenLinks. Would you like to read more about Evelien and Rik? Or would you like to get to know our elected representatives? Then check out this page.
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